FAQs

Some frequently asked questions about the club are below.

Trips

What does an example day look like?

The standard day we try to run will involve the ascent of at least one major summit (often a Munro). It will usually take at least 5 hours, and may also involve off-path walking. As this is Scotland, conditions are unpredictable and cold, wind and rain tend to play a part.

Example days nearby might be: the ascent of Ben Lomond via Ptarmigan Ridge; ascending both the Cobbler and Beinn Ime; or the combination of Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin.

I'm new to hiking - is this the club for me?

That depends. If you're happy with the level of challenge we describe, and have appropriate gear, you're likely to have a good time! But the best advice we can offer is to read our kit list, get on Discord and chat to the members, and make the decision yourself.

If you are totally new and looking for an easier walking experience, there are Rambler's clubs around Glasgow that can be great for an easier introduction to the hills.

Are your trips guided?

No - our walk organisers are not guides and do not act in any official capacity. Whilst they will have navigational skills and be friendly, kind and helpful, your personal safety remains your responsibility.

What gear do I need to come on a walk?

We provide a suggested Kit List on our Members Area - register on the site to have access.

It's possible to spend a lot of money on kit - but it isn't necessary for almost all cases! Stores like Decathlon have a great selection of quality, affordable gear, and kit for 3-season use shouldn't be too expensive.

For specific gear questions, register on the site and hop on the Discord to chat more!

Do I need a car to come on trips?

Not at all! We try to minimize cars on trips and maximize liftsharing where possible. Plenty of members have cars so there will usually be a way to get a lift near to where you are, and we'll make our best efforts to accomodate pickups. Just be prepared to chip in a bit for petrol!

What are the experience requirements for winter walks?

We ask that you've either attended a winter skills course (2 days) or have similar experience in ice axe arrest, avalanche awareness and walking in crampons. We also ask that you bring an ice axe and crampons, and strongly recommend a helmet.

If you don't yet have this experience, we are trying to organize some subsidized winter skills days - keep an eye on the Discord server and our events to hear more about this.

The Club

How much is it to join the club?

Our fees for 2024/25 are set at £39 for the year. If you're not able to afford this, we can offer a reduced concession rate of £21. We also pro-rate this to some extent throughout the year. What does the club spend the fees on?

Around half of the fees is spent affiliating to Mountaineering Scotland. This gives each member individual membership to Mountaineering Scotland, which brings a range of benefits including free training sessions and discounts at outdoors stores.

The club is a nonprofit, so the other half goes into developing and improving the club. The club has a store of club kit - including club helmets, safety gear such as group shelters, crampons, ice axes, some climbing-related gear and navigational aids such as maps and compasses.

I want to join but am not in my 20s and 30s - should I look elsewhere?

Not at all! We've been aiming at younger age groups as we felt existing clubs in Glasgow skewed toward an older demographic. However, we are very much open to all!

A note on sharing space on our trips...

We are a welcoming club, and all our club walks and weekends have a communal feel, due to the nature of car sharing and the accommodation in mountain huts. If for any reason, you feel uncomfortable with this, please reach out for a confidential chat with one of the committee members. Occasionally women-only dorms are possible, but this depends on numbers and huts.